Feel of Savage 99 lever

[kkdt]

Hi. Just got my first M99. Can a 99 vet describe the feel of the lever action? Mine is slick except for the last few degrees closing when it feels like it meets resistance. I think I remember reading that's how all 99's feel, but can someone describe the feel of the lever upon working the action for my benefit? If this is normal, I would be interested to know why. Thanks!

[Nalgi]

Thats how mine feels and its a '42

[pisgah]

The 99 is a "cock-on-closing" action. That is what you are feeling, and it is 100% normal.

[Mad Dog]

I'd be worried if I didn't feel tension near the end of the closing stroke.

[bigbuck]

working the action, notice how the bolt is cammed up into the very top of the frame by the lever when closing the action, it will be(or should be) a tight fit for and aft, this is the lock up, and gives that feel of a little bit of effort at the end of the action cycle, absolutley normal.